Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. 5 Content Terms extracurricular activity curriculum school-based curriculum self-contained classroom abstract thinking concrete thinking collaborative learning postsecondary education technical school corporate trainer curriculum developer program director developmental disability parent educator psychologist Academic Terms diversity advocate nonsectarian paraprofessional salary schedule Learning Outcomes After studying this chapter, you will be able to ■ summarize the personal qualities of effective teachers ■ analyze challenges that relate to a teacher’s typical day, and how teachers meet them ■ summarize the employment opportunities in schools, factors that impact these opportunities, and educational requirements for teachers at various levels ■ summarize other career opportunities for teachers outside schools, including administrative and support services and professional support services ■ distinguish relevant employment needs and trends in teaching and ■ analyze teacher salary and benefits. READING PREP Arrange a study session to read the chapter aloud with a classmate. Take turns reading, alternating at each heading. As you read, take notes of any words you do not know. At the end of the chapter, discuss the list of words you do not know and ask for clarification. Examine the topic of this chapter. Before reading the chapter, write about your prior knowledge, understanding, and feelings about the teaching profession by answering the following question: Why is understanding all aspects of the teaching profession important to setting your career goals and planning for postsecondary education? After reading the chapter, review your initial response to the above question. How has your knowledge and understanding increased about this topic? What do you feel you still need to learn on your journey to becoming a teacher? JOURNALING ACTIVITY JOURNAL